Rome: Pizza, Supplì & Gelato Cooking Class near Colosseum

Roman cooking class by the Colosseum with pizza, supplì and gelato

You’ll join a small group just steps from the Colosseum to make Roman-style pizza, crispy supplì, and creamy gelato from scratch with a local chef guiding you every step. Expect laughter over sticky hands, endless Italian wine as you cook, and time to savor your creations together in a cozy kitchen—plus recipes to take home so you can relive those flavors long after Rome.

What’s included

• Your afternoon includes personalized guidance from a professional Italian chef in a small group setting near the Colosseum.
• light Italian snacks while you cook.
• bottomless Italian wine or non-alcoholic drinks.
• hands-on lessons making pizza dough, shaping supplì rice croquettes, preparing artisan gelato with seasonal flavors—all using fresh ingredients—and chef-approved recipes to bring home at the end.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hands-on Roman cooking class

• Meet expert Italian chef
• Learn Roman cuisine flavors
• Knead and shape pizza dough
• Prepare crispy supplì
• Make artisan gelato from scratch
• Enjoy handmade dishes with wine
• Receive recipes to take home

The Experience

I was already running late because I got distracted by a street musician outside the Colosseo metro — classic. When I finally found the little doorway for the Roman pizza, supplì & gelato class, I was sort of out of breath and probably looked lost. But our chef (Marco? Mario? I’m terrible with names) just grinned and handed me a glass of wine before I could even apologize. That’s how it started: not fancy or formal, just real people laughing about being late in Rome.

The kitchen smelled like flour and basil — and something frying that made my stomach growl. We all gathered around this big wooden table while Marco showed us how to shape the dough for Roman-style pizza. He told stories about his grandmother making pizza “by feel” instead of measuring (I tried that; my circle looked more like an amoeba). The supplì part was messier than I expected — sticky rice everywhere, but when you bite into one and get that hot mozzarella stretch… yeah, worth it. Marco teased me for trying to pronounce “supplì” correctly; pretty sure I still didn’t nail it.

Making gelato was quieter — everyone focused on stirring and tasting. The vanilla scent mixed with strawberries made the whole place smell like summer even though it was raining outside. There was this moment where nobody talked, just listened to the rain tapping on the window while we waited for our gelato to set. It felt oddly peaceful after all the laughter earlier.

We finally sat down together to eat what we’d made — pizza that was somehow both crispy and chewy (mine looked weird but tasted right), golden supplì, two kinds of gelato. More wine appeared like magic. Someone started talking about their favorite Roman ruins and suddenly we were swapping stories instead of recipes. Walking out later into damp cobblestone streets, I realized I hadn’t checked my phone once during those hours. I still think about that quiet rain-and-gelato moment sometimes.

Top questions

How close is this cooking class to the Colosseum?

The class is located just steps from the Colosseum in central Rome.

What dishes do you make in this Roman cooking class?

You’ll prepare Roman-style pizza, classic supplì (rice croquettes), and artisan gelato using traditional techniques.

Is wine included during the cooking experience?

Yes, bottomless Italian wine is served throughout the class for guests aged 18 and over.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated except severe gluten or nut allergies; gluten intolerance cannot be fully accommodated.

Is this experience suitable for families?

Yes, families are welcome and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Do you get recipes to take home after the class?

Yes, you’ll receive chef-approved recipes at the end of your experience.

Is public transportation nearby?

The location is easily accessible by public transportation options close by.

Are non-alcoholic drinks available?

Yes, non-alcoholic options are provided for those who prefer them or are under 18 years old.